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#410 of 842 schools in PR

Top 49% in state

Mildred Arroyo Cardoza

Elementary School · PUERTO RICO DEPARTMENT OF EDUCATION

PO BOX 1306, Cabo Rojo, PR 00623

Enrollment

253

Student-Teacher

8.2:1

Score

6.4

Grades

Pre-K – 8th

Data vintage2022-23

How this school compares

Puerto Rico schools

#410 of 842

In Cabo Rojo

#4 of 10

public schools

In district

#410 of 842

PUERTO RICO DEPARTMENT OF EDUCATION

School environment

7.6 / 10

Very Good

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Mildred Arroyo Cardoza

6.4/10

Elementary School in Cabo Rojo · grades Pre-K – 8th. Start here, then compare fit against nearby and district options.

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About Mildred Arroyo Cardoza

Mildred Arroyo Cardoza is a public elementary school in Cabo Rojo, PR, part of PUERTO RICO DEPARTMENT OF EDUCATION. Mildred Arroyo Cardoza serves approximately 253 students, and covers grades Pre-K-8th, and has a 8.2:1 student-teacher ratio. Mildred Arroyo Cardoza has a current MySchoolScout rating of 6.4 out of 10 and ranks #410 of 842 schools in PR.

Structured state assessment records for Mildred Arroyo Cardoza show 20% math proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2018) and 35% reading/ELA proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2018).

How it compares0.6 pts below district
  • This school 6.4 · Average
  • District avg 7.0
  • PR avg 7.0

What Parents Should Know

With a student-teacher ratio of 8.2:1, Mildred Arroyo Cardoza offers a notably low ratio compared to the national average. This typically means smaller class sizes and more opportunities for one-on-one interaction between students and teachers.

Score Breakdown

Full Profile · 3/3 metrics
Student Progress6.5Average50%
Year-over-year improvement in student test scores.
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Years of Data9
Annual Change+0.74 pts/yr
Data Period2009–2018
TrendStable
Academics5.6Average30%
Student proficiency on state tests, adjusted for community poverty levels.
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Math Proficiency25% (2018 EdFacts)
Reading/ELA Proficiency36% (2018 EdFacts)
Overall Proficiency31% (2018 EdFacts, Math+ELA)
Expected (poverty-adj.)43% (model expectation from 2018 EdFacts)
vs. Expected-12.4 pts
Adjusted Percentile38th
Resources & Environment7.6Very Good20%
Student-teacher ratio, per-pupil spending, and attendance.
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Student-Teacher Ratio8.2:1
Chronic Absenteeism24.5%

Mildred Arroyo Cardoza — Students at Mildred Arroyo Cardoza score 30% proficient, which is below what's typical for similar communities (expected: 43%).

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Equity & Diversity

Shown separately, not included in overall score

Free/Reduced Lunch

90.9%

Students qualifying for federal meal assistance

Test Scores PR EDFACTS (2017-18)

Math Proficiency 19.8% (multi-year average, 2009-2018)
School
State
N/A
ELA Proficiency 35.3% (multi-year average, 2009-2018)
School
State
N/A

Based on 18 test records from PR state assessments. About our data

Proficiency Trend

→ Stable

Average proficiency (% at or above grade level) across Math & ELA over time.

2009
Math
20%
ELA
29%
2011
Math
18%
ELA
35%
2012
Math
15%
ELA
36%
2013
Math
15%
ELA
30%
2014
Math
19%
ELA
34%
2015
Math
26%
ELA
42%
2016
Math
22%
ELA
40%
2017
Math
18%
ELA
36%
2018
Math
25%
ELA
36%

Source: EdFacts (NCES) and state assessment data. Growth score: 6.5/10.

How Mildred Arroyo Cardoza Compares

See how Mildred Arroyo Cardoza performs across key quality dimensions compared to state benchmarks.

Overall Score
6.4/10
51th percentile in PR
Academic
5.6/10
Average
Growth
6.5/10
Average
Environment
7.6/10
Very Good

Funding & Resources

Free/Reduced Lunch
Students eligible for subsidized meals
91%
Teaching Staff
8:1 student-teacher ratio
31 teachers
Chronic Absenteeism
Students missing 15+ days per year (SY 2022-23)
24.5%

Location

PO BOX 1306, Cabo Rojo, PR 00623

Nearby Alternatives

Families considering Mildred Arroyo Cardoza may also want to explore other elementary schools in the area. MARIA LUISA ARCELAY (rated 9.5/10, 6.8 miles away, in nearby Mayaguez), which scores notably higher. Another option is SEBASTIAN PABON ALVES (rated 9.3/10, 7.2 miles away), which scores notably higher. Additionally, HERMINIA C. RAMIREZ (rated 9.3/10, 7.8 miles away, in nearby San German), which scores notably higher. For more schools in Cabo Rojo, see our Cabo Rojo schools guide .

Nearby Schools

20 within 7.9 mi
School Distance Rating
SEVERO E. COLBERG RAMIREZ Cabo Rojo 2.3 mi 5.0
PEDRO NELSON COLBERG Cabo Rojo 2.4 mi 4.7
JAMES GARFIELD Cabo Rojo 2.4 mi 6.1
INES MARIA MENDOZA DE MUNOZ MARIN CABO ROJO Cabo Rojo 2.6 mi 6.4
ANTONIO ACARON CORREA Cabo Rojo 3.7 mi 6.7
FEDERICO DEGETAU CABO ROJO Cabo Rojo 3.9 mi 7.3
CARMEN VIGNALS ROSARIO Cabo Rojo 4.2 mi 5.9
MONSERRATE LEON IRIZARRY Cabo Rojo 4.4 mi 6.4
EFREN RODRIGUEZ TORO Hormigueros 4.8 mi 9.2
ALFREDO DORRINGTON Hormigueros 5.1 mi 5.1
SEGUNDO RUIZ BELVIS HORMIGUEROS Hormigueros 5.3 mi 6.4
RAMON E. RODRIGUEZ DIAZ Hormigueros 5.4 mi 4.0
MARIA LUISA ARCELAY Mayaguez 6.8 mi 9.5
SEBASTIAN PABON ALVES Cabo Rojo 7.2 mi 9.3
ELPIDIO H. RIVERA Mayaguez 7.3 mi 4.8
SEGUNDO RUIZ BELVIS MAYAGUEZ Mayaguez 7.7 mi 7.7
OLGA MAS RAMIREZ Mayaguez 7.7 mi 5.4
MARIA DOLORES FARIA Mayaguez 7.9 mi 4.0
HERMINIA C. RAMIREZ San German 7.8 mi 9.3
JUAN CANCIO ORTIZ DE LA RENTA Lajas 7.9 mi 6.7

Neighborhood Census ACS (2019-2023)

Census data for ZIP 00623 (ACS 2019-2023 5-Year Estimates) · Data sources

Median Income

$25,614

Median Home Value

$118,200

Median Rent

$576/mo

Population

39,005

College Educated

29.8%

Homeownership

77.7%

Avg Commute

24.7 min

Poverty Rate

37.2%

Median Age

46.3

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ALEJANDRO TAPIA Y RIVERA SAN JUAN San Juan, PR 6.5
JACINTO LOPEZ MARTINEZ Toa Baja, PR 6.5
JOSEFINA SITIRICHE Gurabo, PR 6.5
JULIAN MARRERO Corozal, PR 6.5

Frequently Asked Questions

Common questions about Mildred Arroyo Cardoza

What grades does Mildred Arroyo Cardoza serve?

Mildred Arroyo Cardoza serves students in grades Pre-K through 8th.

How many students attend Mildred Arroyo Cardoza?

Mildred Arroyo Cardoza has an enrollment of approximately 253 students.

What is the student-teacher ratio at Mildred Arroyo Cardoza?

The student-teacher ratio at Mildred Arroyo Cardoza is 8.2:1. A lower ratio generally means more individual attention per student. The national average is approximately 16:1 for public schools.

How does Mildred Arroyo Cardoza rank in PR?

Mildred Arroyo Cardoza ranks #410 of 842 schools in PR.

What is Mildred Arroyo Cardoza's MySchoolScout rating?

Mildred Arroyo Cardoza has a current MySchoolScout rating of 6.4 out of 10. This score combines the level-appropriate components shown in the rating breakdown; equity data is shown separately for context.

What are the test scores at Mildred Arroyo Cardoza?

Based on loaded state assessment records, Mildred Arroyo Cardoza has 20% math proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2018) and 35% reading/ELA proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2018).

Is Mildred Arroyo Cardoza a charter school?

No, Mildred Arroyo Cardoza is not a charter school. It is a traditional public school operated by the local school district.

Is Mildred Arroyo Cardoza a Title I school?

No, Mildred Arroyo Cardoza is not currently a Title I school.

What does the Free & Reduced Lunch percentage mean for Mildred Arroyo Cardoza?

90.9% of students at Mildred Arroyo Cardoza qualify for free or reduced-price lunch. This is a commonly used indicator of economic need and provides important context when interpreting test scores.

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Quick Facts NCES CCD (SY 2022-23)

Grades
Pre-K – 8th
Enrollment
253
Student-Teacher Ratio
8.2:1
Teachers (FTE)
31
Free/Reduced Lunch
90.9%
Type
regular
Setting
Small Suburb
County
Cabo Rojo Municipio
Chronic Absenteeism (SY 2022-23)
24.5%

How We Rate Schools

Every school receives a composite score from 1 to 10 built from student growth, poverty-adjusted academics, and learning environment — plus college readiness for high schools. Weights vary by school level, with growth counting most in elementary and middle grades. Equity data is shown for context but is not factored into the score. Scores are built from publicly available data including standardized test results, enrollment figures, and school climate indicators.

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